My friends at the Fat Quarter Shop (based just outside of Austin, Texas) have created a special quilt pattern to help with the relief effort in Texas with so many in need of assistance from the devastation of Hurricane Harvey. The quilt pattern is called “Healing Hearts” and features chains of hearts joined together, a ...
Inspiration
Pretty Handmades Book Tour: What a Lovely Book!
I've been smitten with the lovely new book, Pretty Handmades, by the talented, Lauren Wright. Not only is the book gorgeous, from cover to cover, with watercolor elements throughout the pages and charming illustrations, but the darling projects inside are wonderful to make for small gifts and special occasions (heck, ...
Instagram Giveaway with Dolly Henry: Enter by Sept 4th!
Happy Monday! I'm teaming up with Dolly Henry and friends for a fun giveaway! Dolly Henry is a sweet, creative company by the lovely, Megan - a gem of a talent I've had the opportunity to get to know in this wonderful creative community. I'm excited to join Megan and a group of nine other creatives she invited for ...
Little Rack of Dresses
This is a little rack of dresses I keep in my studio that brings me so much joy. Special because they hold a little piece of each line and were the first dresses made from each fabric collection. And this is real life #bloopers that happens quite often around here when trying to take photos. My buddy, Duke, ...
Little Dolly: My Inspiration & Showcase with Penny Rose Fabrics
I hope you had a chance to join us on the Little Dolly fabric showcase with Penny Rose Fabrics last week. One thing that fills up my heart with so much love and gratitude is seeing what other people make with my fabric. I'm feel honored to have some wonderful friends and designers join me in sharing their Little Dolly ...
Weekend Quilting Book Showcase
Hello friends! I'm so excited to share the fun I've been stitching up from the wonderful new book, Weekend Quilting, by the talented, Jemima Flendt! Jemima is a gem of a talent (I've been in love with her patterns for years!) and a dear friend, and I've been eagerly awaiting the arrival of Weekend Quilting! As soon ...
Made for Baby Blog Tour & Bow Tie Card for Father’s Day!
Hello there! I'm overjoyed to share with you my projects from the sweet new book, Made for Baby, by the talented Ayda Algin - on my stop on the blog tour today! This book is full of delightful projects for sweet gifts and precious little ones. And the lovely photos and charming details that Ayda poured into every ...
Curiosities by Amanda Herring for Riley Blake Designs: Blog Tour
Hello and welcome! I'm so glad you could join me on my stop of the Curiosities blog tour by the talented Amanda Herring for Riley Blake Designs. I'm such a fan of Amanda and her beautiful work. It's been a delight to play with this beautiful collection of fabric. Gorgeous florals, modern leaves and lots of ...
My new book – DOLLY! Coming this July & a first-book Giveaway!
My heart is about to burst from a surprise I've been keeping! I'm overjoyed to share with you a project that I've been working on that is dear to me. I am so pleased to introduce you to the cover of Dolly, my new book with Riley Blake Designs arriving this summer! This book is near to my heart, friends. ...
Circa 2011: DIY Wildflower Seed Scrub for Martha Stewart Weddings Blog
I was looking for an old photo for a project I'm working on ... digging deep into computer files I haven't looked at for years. I stumbled across these photos of a wedding favor tutorial I had the privilege of creating for the Martha Stewart Weddings blog in 2011. I thought it might be fun to share the recipe once more ...
Lovely! Curiosities by Amanda Herring
Sharing a peek of the lovely new range, Curiosities, by the talented Amanda Herring for Riley Blake Designs. I'm overjoyed to have these beautiful prints on my sewing table this week. Painterly florals and jars of curiosities mixed with dainty flowers and leaves make up this gorgeous collection. I'm in love with the ...
Made for Baby & Market Flowers
Good Sunday to you! It's a beautiful overcast day here in AZ. I slowly wandered down the market aisles this morning to pick up a few things and these fresh flowers called to me. One of my favorite treats for my home. And tulips just make my heart happy! Another favorite I want to share with you that's keeping me ...
Introducing Little Dolly with Penny Rose Fabrics
I've got something exciting to share with you this beautiful 1st of May! I've been working on a new fabric collection with Penny Rose Fabrics that is near to my heart! I am delighted to introduce you to Little Dolly - making its debut at Quilt Market this year in St. Louis, MO - and arriving in shops this June. ...
Happy Spring! Plus a Quick Spring Gift for Quilty Friends
Happy Spring to you! I can't believe Easter is just a few days away. For the better part of the last three months, I've had my head glued to my desk working on a very big and exciting project that I'll be able to share with you really soon. Meanwhile, I've poorly neglected this little blog and so many other things I ...
Wonderland Two Blog Tour
Thank you so much for stopping by on my stop of the Wonderland Two Blog Tour today with Melissa Mortenson and Riley Blake Designs! It's been so much fun playing with this darling line. Melissa's beautiful range overflows with tea pots, sweet bunnies, charming florals, ginghams and beautiful shimmery gold accents. It's ...
Heart Felt Kindness
A thoughtful surprise showed up today. I unwrapped the box gently ... untied the strings ... and my heart warmed with gratitude. My sweet friend, Faith, surprised me with a handmade Valentine's gift. A darling mug rug in reds and pinks, my favorites. And lovely details, like the little strawberry tag - all so ...